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The Joneses [DVD]

David Duchovny , Demi Moore    Suitable for 12 years and over   DVD
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: David Duchovny, Demi Moore, Amber Heard, Ben Hollingsworth
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: E1 Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 16 Aug 2010
  • Run Time: 96 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B003IVZRVA
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 16,024 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Perfect couple Steve (David Duchovny) and Kate Jones (Demi Moore), and their gorgeous teen-aged children Jenn (Amber Heard) and Mick (Ben Hollingsworth), are the envy of their posh, suburban neighborhood filled with McMansions and all the trappings of the upper middle class American life. Kate is the ultimate trend setter - beautiful, sexy, dressed head-to-toe in designer labels. Steve is the admired successful businessman who has it all: a gorgeous wife, big house and an endless supply of high-tech toys. Jenn and Mick rule their new school as they embody all that is hip and trendy - cool clothes, fast cars and the latest gadgets. But as their friends and neighbors try to keep up with the Joneses, none are prepared for the dark truth about this all too perfect family.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars For the philosopher in you 23 Dec 2010
By Peter Roxburgh TOP 1000 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
The title of my review should instantly tell you that this is NOT a comedy. If you watch it thinking it is a comedy, you will be sorely disappointed, as some of the other reviewers were.

This is really more like a modern-day parable about family, money, possessions and friends.

About 5 minutes into the film, I said to my wife 'We know that they aren't real, what's the story?', thinking I was going to be bored out of my wits for the next hour and a bit. Thankfully I didn't give up so quickly and actually found it a very intriguing film.

It does not drag at all but moves at a decent pace for a film that fits squarely in the philosophical drama category.

The characters are all played well and I found myself being empathetic towards them by the end of the film. They are, as you would imagine from people living a fake life, quite one dimensional. Even 'behind closed doors' Demi and David's characters do not change very much, but you can see them reaching out for reality.

I really liked this film. It is a great parable and with the right group of friends it could stir some interesting discussions.

If you like films that make you stop and think even for a short while, then this will do that. If you are looking for a comedy, then 'Did you hear about the Morgans?' Did You Hear About The Morgans? [DVD] [2009]might be a better choice.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A film that will you think about what you buy! 7 Feb 2011
By Clare Mccann VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I first watched this film because it was avaliable as a cheap rental download, but having seen it once I went on to buy the DVD to share with friends and family. I don't want to give away too much about the plot, but the premise is so clever it will leave you wondering if there could be any truth in the concept and questioning how much of what you buy is really needed or just purchased because your friends have one...
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Seren Ade HALL OF FAME TOP 10 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
The Jones family have just moved in to a new neighbourhood, and soon the attractive family members whose high-end consumer lifestyles make them objects of envy are firmly rooted in their new community and having a significant impact on the retail choices of their peers. But despite the picture-perfect lifestyle, below the surface more is going on with the Joneses than you might imagine.

Because, in truth, the family doesn't exist. Instead, the group consists of a team of attractive and charismatic salespeople led by 'mom' Kate (Demi Moore) whose task it is to create sales through suggestion/becoming objects of envy. 'Dad' Steve (David Duchovny) is the new recruit to the company and team... and something of a fly in the ointment. Firstly, because he is genuinely attracted to Kate; secondly because of his newbie status.

Although this film was promoted as a comedy, it really isn't all that comedic. This isn't just because of the multitude of serious messages it incorporates. Encoding the dangers of consumerism and the cynical levels advertisers are capable of going to to attract potential buyers would have been sufficiently powerful a message, coupled with the strain living the pretence places on the real people. Then there were so many other things going on - neighbour Glenne Headley's desperate bids to become a successful cosmetics-saleswoman, and husband Gary Cole's misery; the real state of affairs in regard to 'the children'; Lauren Hutton's sinister 'Big Boss'. There simply isn't time in a roughly 90 minute span to resolve many/any of these satisfactorily. Indeed, the ending feels quite rushed and superficial.

To some extent, thanks to its contemporary setting, this film was always going to be flawed. The present-day setting undermines the message of the film, as you can hardly fly the flag for a credible anti-consumerist message when the studio behind your production has sold product placement. Although many of the items featured were invented/brands not shown, several items were CLEARLY being marketed to the viewing public as well as the Joneses' neighbours, with prominent brand logos e.g. Audi cars and Krups coffee machines. The result is somewhat hypocritical.

Product placement aside, what a pity that the writer/director of this film didn't reign back on the multiple layers of drama a little bit. Too much going on, and not all of it by any means credible. Which is a shame, because the idea of a team of people working as living advertising and struggling to maintain their picture-perfect cover is a genuinely interesting one. I really enjoyed parts of a film that turned out to be surprisingly thought-provoking (a la 'Pleasantville') but was left frustrated by the patchy conclusion.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Something a bit different - loved it.
I stumbled upon the trailer for this film whilst looking for a completely different film and thought it looked intriguing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Miss AL Holloway
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb cast and unique story
Sometimes its a real find to watch a movie which flips culture and genres and standard stories yet also providing enough for the actors to go with. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mitch
4.0 out of 5 stars Great film
This delivered much more than expected, thought it was smarter, darker, and more perceptive than the average comedy. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Dinah
4.0 out of 5 stars Between light entertainment and moral musings
Imagine the idea of revolutionary cells hijacked by corporate or business interests to sell products to the unsuspecting public and you have the essential premise of this movie. Read more
Published on 9 May 2011 by Lark
3.0 out of 5 stars Nearly a very good movie
This movie starts out really well. The mystery of the Jonses is kept alive long enough for one to work it out for yourself, and then quickly get confirmation. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2011 by X. Gallagher
3.0 out of 5 stars Not sure about this...
The movie overall felt as though it was lacking any emotional depth and that spoiled it somewhat. The characters weren't really well thought out either I didn't think. Read more
Published on 25 Dec 2010 by Scottish-Mermaid
5.0 out of 5 stars Want to learn the latest in marketing techniques?
Got to view this film if you are interesting in marketing.. Certainly makes you think about what we do as marketers and what they are doing to us :-)
Published on 11 Dec 2010 by Barratt the carrott
4.0 out of 5 stars Close to the truth?
I enjoyed this, it was good fun (most of the time) yet managed to convey a message that we are often very gullible and conned by outward appearances. Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2010 by A Friendly Face
3.0 out of 5 stars Keeping up with the Joneses
Liked the trailer and wanted to watch it as it was comedy and thought I could guess what would happen in the end. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2010 by Mrs. A. Argent
4.0 out of 5 stars They don't just live the American dream, they sell it
The Joneses are a family of extremely successful and fashion-orientated individuals, always at the forefront of the new fashions and trends. Read more
Published on 8 Aug 2010 by J. Morris
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